Bringing together comedians, scientists, campaigners, and more, A Night of Humanism promises to be an evening of thought-provoking ideas and light-hearted entertainment – and you’re invited. Hosted at The Glee Club Cardiff on 13 May, this event from Humanists UK and Wales Humanists will offer an informal and engaging exploration of humanist thinking, with short, sharp 20-minute sets from each of our guests. Tickets are available to book now.
From science to ethics, history to humour, expect a mix of big questions, fresh perspectives, and plenty of laughs.
A fun and welcoming introduction to humanism, this lively evening blends big ideas with great entertainment in a relaxed, social setting. Following two previous outings in Belfast, to sell-out audiences of hundreds of humanists – and building on the success of Humanists UK Convention 2024 in Cardiff – A Night of Humanism Cardiff is designed to be an accessible and welcoming introduction to humanist ideas, offering a mix of thoughtful reflection and light-hearted entertainment. With a fully stocked bar and an atmosphere designed for enjoyment as much as insight, A Night of Humanism is the perfect way to explore life’s biggest questions – without taking things too seriously.
Whether you’re familiar with humanism or simply curious about different ways of seeing the world, A Night of Humanism invites open minds and a sense of fun at Glee Club Cardiff on 13 May.
The line-up features a range of voices, all rooted in curiosity, reason, and a passion for sharing ideas:
CHARLIE GEORGE is an award-winning stand-up comedian and writer, host, MC, and speaker. Charlie has performed on BBC Asian Network Live, on BBC’s No Country for Women podcast, on Comedy Central in Rhod Gilbert’s Growing Pains, on ITV2’s Stand Up Sketch Show, and BBC Two’s The Apprentice: You’re Fired.
A talented and accomplished writer, Charlie was chosen to feature in Charlie Brooker’s writers room for Cunk & Other Humans 2019, The BAFTA-nominated AntiViral Wipe 2020, Death to 2020 & 2021 for Netflix, and the BBC’s Cunk on Life 2024.
PROFESSOR SAIFUL ISLAM is Professor of Materials Science at the University of Oxford. He grew up in Crouch End, north London and studied chemistry at University College London. He then worked at the Eastman Kodak Labs, New York, and the Universities of Surrey and Bath.
His research focuses on studying new materials for EV lithium batteries and solar cells. Saiful has received several awards including from the Royal Society, American Chemical Society, and Royal Society of Chemistry.
He presented the 2016 BBC Royal Institution Christmas Lectures which included a lemon battery world record. He is a patron of Humanists UK.
DR JENIFER MILLARD fell in love with the mysteries of the Universe at a young age, after being wowed by the view of the Moon through an ageing telescope. This curiosity led her to pursue a PhD in Astrophysics at Cardiff University, where she studied ‘the stuff between the stars’.
As the Managing Editor of the ‘Sky Guide’ stargazing app at Fifth Star Labs, she helps people explore the wonders of the night sky. She is also the writer and host of the popular Awesome Astronomy podcast, science presenter for BBC One Wales’ Weatherman Walking series, and BBC space expert, frequently appearing on TV news and radio.
She is the Honorary President of the Barry Astronomical Society, and has been recognised as one of Cardiff University’s 30ish Award Winners for 2022, acknowledging movers and shakers in the alumni community.
ROBIN MORGAN
Robin is a Welsh stand-up comedian, writer, presenter, and actor based in Cardiff. On stage he is ‘wonderfully cheeky and engaging’ (Three Weeks), and is ‘a phenomenal comic – utterly hilarious’ (Broadway Baby).
He has performed four solo shows at the Edinburgh Festival, his debut in 2016 received glowing reviews including ★★★★ from the Sunday Times. He is currently on his biggest tour to date in 2024/5, with the brand new show ‘The Spark’. Robin has appeared on Mock The Week (BBC Two), The News Quiz, The Now Show (BBC Radio 4) and co-created Ellie Taylor’s Safe Space (BBC Radio 4). He co-created and hosts the award-winning topical comedy panel show What Just Happened? (BBC One Wales and BBC Radio Wales).
A Night of Humanism follows a format that encourages curiosity without pretense. It’s a chance to encounter new perspectives, share a laugh, meet your fellow humanists, and reflect on some of life’s bigger questions — all in a friendly, informal space.
Doors open at 18:30, with last entry at 19:00. The event begins at 19:30.
Tickets are on sale now. Don’t delay – book your ticket today.
Notes
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